Scientists discover a key mechanism regulating how oxytocin is released in the mouse brain
Peer-Reviewed Publication
Updates every hour. Last Updated: 4-May-2026 04:16 ET (4-May-2026 08:16 GMT/UTC)
Despite national guidelines recommending routine screening for anxiety and intimate partner violence in women and adolescent girls, a new study from Oregon Health & Science University finds these screenings are rarely implemented in primary care settings, largely due to lack of awareness, workflow challenges and provider discomfort.
The research involved interviews with 27 clinicians and staff across 12 clinics in Oregon. The findings, published in the Journal of the American Board of Family Medicine suggest that even though providers support the idea of screening, many are unaware that these services are recommended and fully covered under the preventive services mandate of the Affordable Care Act.
What distinguishes a doting dad from a neglectful one? Princeton researchers have identified a molecular “off switch” for paternal care in African striped mice, one of the few mammalian species were some dads display paternal behavior. The study reveals that the gene Agouti — driven by social environment — suppresses activity in the brain’s parenting hub. High levels of Agouti caused males to attack pups, while low levels fostered caregiving, offering new clues into the biology of fatherhood.
A new study finds entrepreneurs become more committed to their business ventures when they are told they will fail, increasing their efforts to make those businesses successful.